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Published on: May 10, 2024
Hematemesis as Initial Presentation in a 10-Week-Old Infant with Eosinophilic Gastroenteritis
Varun Shetty1, Kayla E Daniel2, Anil Kesavan3
1Department of Medicine-Pediatrics, Rush University Medical Center, 1645 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 215, Chicago, IL 60612, USA.
Insights
Eosinophilic gastroenteritis is a rare GI condition. This report details the youngest known case in a 10-week-old infant presenting with hematemesis, highlighting a unique initial symptom.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Gastroenterology
- Rare Gastrointestinal Diseases
- Inflammatory Conditions
Background:
- Eosinophilic gastroenteritis (EG) is a rare condition involving eosinophilic inflammation of the GI tract.
- Limited pediatric literature exists on EG, with few reported cases.
- Early diagnosis and management are crucial for patient outcomes.
Observation:
- A 10-week-old infant presented with hematemesis as the primary symptom.
- This represents the youngest reported case of eosinophilic gastroenteritis.
- The initial presentation of hematemesis is unique for this condition.
Findings:
- The case confirms eosinophilic gastroenteritis can manifest in early infancy.
- Hematemesis can be an initial, albeit rare, presenting symptom in pediatric EG.
- This case expands the known clinical spectrum of eosinophilic gastroenteritis.
Implications:
- Highlights the need for increased awareness of EG in neonates and infants.
- Suggests considering EG in infants presenting with unexplained hematemesis.
- Emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis for effective management in pediatric patients.
Abstract:
Eosinophilic gastroenteritis is a rare condition characterized by eosinophilic inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract resulting in a variety of gastrointestinal symptoms. There is currently a dearth of information on this topic in the pediatric literature, as very few cases have been reported. In this report, we present a case of eosinophilic gastroenteritis in a 10-week-old patient with initial presenting symptom of hematemesis. To our knowledge, this is the youngest case reported in the literature and is unique in its initial presentation.
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